The Tamil Nadu Vanniyar Katchi (TVK) government has revoked the detention of popular YouTuber and whistleblower ‘Savukku’ Shankar, who was held under the Goondas Act by the previous Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) administration. The decision came after an advisory board unanimously determined there was 'no sufficient cause' for Shankar's detention, which had been in effect since early April 2023. Shankar, known for his critical stance against political leaders, including former Chief Minister M K Stalin, has been arrested multiple times for various offenses, including contempt and derogatory remarks. The Goondas Act, a stringent law aimed at preventing crime, was previously invoked against him on two occasions by the DMK government. Despite his controversial views, activists have condemned the government's actions as an infringement on free speech. Following the advisory board's ruling, the government ordered Shankar's immediate release unless he is detained under other laws. This development highlights ongoing tensions between political authorities and dissenting voices in Tamil Nadu.